High Performance Speaking & Influence Strategy

 Voice | Presence | Control

What’s on the line for you? How high are the stakes?

In the intense times we are living in, too many leaders hesitate to challenge ideas or take a clear stance, fearing career repercussions, reputational risk or lost sales and opportunities.  Or they speak their truth, only to trigger others or be misunderstood and then scrambling to gain control of the situation. 

Are you…

  • Established in your business or leadership, yet still not feeling like your voice is fully heard, expressed, or respected—or that others are inspired to act on your ideas or follow your lead?
  • Presenting ideas to senior decision-makers and need confidence and clarity to influence outcomes and advance your career?
  • Pitching, selling, or negotiating when the stakes are high — whether it’s a 10K offer, major investment, or pivotal contract?

How much are you losing?

And for my ideal clients, it’s much more than just the money – it’s the dream, the passion and the impact that’s on the line too.

How Taimour’s Team Increased Sales by 128%

Taimour Zaman, Founder of AltFunds Captical

Not quite ready to get personalized strategy, seeking training for your team instead or have other questions?
Email us at getheard@cindyashton.com

People are less trusting than ever and tired of fake…

This is not more “speaking training,” filled with  canned speech effects, gestures and movements. That only serves to disconnect you from yourself and the audience. It’s not truthful.

This is not about more “pitching”

It’s not about charisma or confidence. 

It’s about how prospects, deal makers & other important sources hear you—and how to change what they decide in the first 15 seconds.

It’s about reclaiming control at the exact moment deals go sideways —and being respected and seen as credible.

This approach is NOT for you if you are looking for standard scripts, formulas and tactics used to push and convince.

It is also not for you if you want to get booked on the bigger stages or gain access to more elevated rooms by using manipulative tactics or buying your way to to the top. 

This approach IS for you if you want to use science-based emotional intelligence, intuition and body language as a way to build real connection and ethically grow your business, lead and create win-win opportunities.

We work with our clients on:

  • Front of the Room & On Camera Presence and Delivery
  • Optimizing Talks & Presentations to Convert
  • Winning High-Stakes Deals & Sales
  • Communication to Captivate and Convert
  • Strategy to Land and Negotiate Lucrative Speaking Engagements
  • Value Driven Messaging & Storytelling 

Having fun with clients in the studio after a video shoot in Dallas.

Interviewing 10X Grammy Winner, CeCe Winans

 Meet Cindy

 Hi, I’m Cindy Khoury Ashton— a High-Performance Speaking and Influence Strategist & Trainer, trusted by established business owners, dealmakers, and senior leaders who pitch, present and negotiate under real pressure.   

Having commanded thousands of stages and screens as an award-winning TV Host, Singer, Actor—from headlining Times Square Fashion Week to interviewing celebrities at exclusive Oscar® parties—I understand what it takes to move people at the highest levels.

My background is in executive decision delivery—helping high-level leaders control tone, timing, and tension when the outcome matters most.

I don’t teach pitching. I teach presence under pressure—so when conversations get tense or go sideways, you don’t fold. 

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The Science Behind Unshakable Influence

Gaining control in high-stakes situations is harder than ever in a world that’s tense, divided, and easily triggered. When emotions spike, deals derail fast. If you can’t read the moment and recover it, you lose influence—and often, the opportunity.

My background in kinesiology, with a specialization in relaxation therapy, gives my clients a unique edge. I teach you how to read others’ body language, vocal cues, and stress responses in real time—so you can adjust your own presence to calm their nervous system, re-focus the conversation, and rebuild trust. That’s how you turn tense moments into turning points.

You will walk away with strategies and techniques to…  

✔️Unlock presence, body language and voice tactics to be heard AND influence without triggering unnecessary backlash.

✔️Gain control
and get back on track when a difficult situation arises or you are losing the sale or credibility.


✔️How to build respect and influence without feeling like you need to ‘posture’ up.


✔️How to reclaim the ability to ask the hard questions and lead with courage.

Here are the Types of Results Our Clients Achieve:

 

~ Dana Pharant,
7-figure Business Owner & Dominatrix

How Paul Fernandez Doubled His Sales in 5 Sessions

How Dr. Wilson Up-leveled Her Power

I knew the sales process inside and out but was only getting average results. After only 5 sessions with Cindy Ashton, my close rate doubled. The missing piece was how to present myself in a way that forms a deeper connection with my prospects so they feel compelled to buy. She really is the go-to woman for excellent results.”

~Paul Fernandez, Interior Designer

As a breast cancer surgeon, I give many talks regarding breast cancer. My reviews have always been good so I was quite skeptical. Wow, what a difference after just one session with Cindy! I was not aware of the subtle things I had been doing that rendered my presentations less effective. She has a magical way of getting you incorporate new skills in record time.”

~Tihesha Wilson, MD.

Working Together

Achieving elevated results requires a sophisticated, customized plan. No cookie cutter, ever.

The first step is to book a 1:1 assessment session with me to fully assess what is working, what is not and formulate an action plan, specific to your needs, objectives and mission. From there, we can create a custom package for you.

In this 1-hour session, you will receive:

    • An analysis of where you are losing sales, respect and credibility in your presentation style and business – How you are showing up on stage, video, online, in meetings, etc.
    • An assessment of your body language, speaking voice, messaging and everything related to where you are feeling challenged with communication OR an assessment of why you aren’t landing the speaking gigs you desire (you will be able to choose which upon registration)
    • A targeted strategy with at least 3 action items to move you forward. It will be customized based on YOUR desires / goals and the results of the analysis.

€1000

Not quite ready to get personalized strategy, seeking training for your team instead or have other questions?
Email us at getheard@cindyashton.com